An older patient who just lost her husband of 60 years is seen yelling at his picture, at the pictures of their children and grandchildren, and at the Bible in her hand. What should the nurse do?
A) Call her family members.
B) Call the physician for a restraint order.
C) Stay with her and allow her to be angry at the situation.
D) Check the medication log to see if she can have something for agitation.
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